Woman alleges harassment in lock-up by SHO in Jammu

In a tragic, condemnable incident a woman was allegedly sexually assaulted by police in Jammu.

Seema Devi W/o Suraj Kumar R/o Deharan, along with her husband was allegedly beaten mercilessly by the SHO Kanachak, Jammu in lock-up. A sheer violation of Human Rights SHO Kanachak Rakesh Sharma, forcibly stripped the woman naked and penetrated her private parts with a beer bottle and inserted chilli powder inside. He also broke the foot of her husband Suraj Kumar.

Hon’ble Court has taken serious note and taken cognizance in the matter whereas victims are being pressurised to withdraw the case and threatened for dire consequences as well. After the intervention of advocates, the matter was brought to the notice of Court and to the other agencies.

According to police sources, the woman was detained by the police few days back in connection for her alleged involvement into theft and narcotics case.